Obituary of Isaac Newton Cooper, Crawford County, Illinois Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives Copyright 2000 Jim Admire Note: I have no connection to this family. I'm just posting an Obit that was sent to me by Barbara Dix who is transcribing old news articles for the website. Obituary Isaac Newton Cooper was  born Sept. 26, 1851, in Shelby County, Indiana, and departed this life at his home in Robinson, Oct. 17, 1932, being aged 81 years and 20 days.His parents were Jonathan W. and Susannah Robertson Cooper, and they were also the parents of F. J. Cooper, who came to Robinson in 1872, and resided here until his death in 1915. Mr. Cooper's mother died when he was 8 days old, and he was taken by his mother's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wheeler, and provided a home. In 1854 the father Jonathon Cooper, married Priscilla Wheeler, and to this union were born ten children only one of whom is surviving, Mrs. Susan Chamness, who resides near Martinsville. Those who have preceded her in death are Joseph W. Cooper, Mary S Cooper, Martha E. Umstot, Nancy J. Everingham, Arzelia or better known as Delia Ferguson, Nette Dickinson, Rachel Cooper, Thomas W. and Edward Cooper.In 1872 the Cooper family moved from Clark to Crawford county, and in 1882 came to Robinson. Jonathan and Priscilla Cooper, and two of their daughters, Mrs. Nancy Everingham and Rachel, were four of the nine charter members at the organization of the Robinson Baptist church. The subject of our sketch was married in 1874 to Mary Elvina Bishop. She died the following year, leaving a daughter who lived only a few months. In 1876, Mr. Cooper was married to Katherine Everingham. To this union were born three children, John, May, and Fount, all of whom have been summoned to their eternal home. Mr. and Mrs. Cooper resided most of their years in and near Shelbyville,Indiana, and for a half century enjoyed their married life. In Sept., 1927, she joined her children in their heavenly home. A short time later Mr. Cooper came to Robinson to reside, and in the fall of 1928 was married to Mrs. Emma Cooper. For four years this couple have ministered to each other's comfort, and no one ever received more tender care than was given by Aunt Emma to Uncle Newt in his long illness. When 18 years of age Mr. Cooper united with the Baptist church at Shelbyville, and as long as his strength would permit was an active worker in the Master's kingdom. For many years he was superintendent of the Sunday school. When he removed to Robinson he united with the Baptist church here and was honored with the office of senior deacon. Everyone loved Uncle Newt. He made people happy. He saw the bright side of life. He had a ready wit and humor, and a cheerful word for every one. He not only was a Christian, but Christianity radiated from his life. His very presence in the Sunday school class or the church worship service was inspiration. He knew the Scriptures, and in his latter days when reading was difficult, he found consolation in repeating the psalms and portions from the gospels, which had become a part of his being. His life has been a wonderfull contribution to the cause of Jesus Christ, and its influence will bear fruit for years to come. He was a mighty man with God; he is numbered among the faithful, and the memory of his presence will be treasured by all who really knew him. In his last hours he said he was ready to go home. That he knew where he was going is evident from these verses written only a short time ago on the fly leaf of his Bible: Though goest thy way, and I go mine, Apart , yet not afar. Only a thin veil hangs between, The pathway where we are. God keep watch 'tween thee and me: This is my prayer. He looketh thy way, He looketh mine, And keeps us near. Although our paths be separate, And thy way is not mine Yet, comming to the Mercy Seat, My soul will meet with thine. God keep watch 'tween thee and me I'LL whisper there. He blesseth thee, He blesseth me And we are near. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by other organizations or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb Archivist with proof of this consent. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Jim Admire